

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ELTON JOHN vs BILLY JOEL - Theatre Royal Nelson
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 09:30 am (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: NZ’s Award-Winning Hit Tribute Show “Elton John vs. Billy Joel” Returns to Theatre Royal Nelson, Saturday 23rd May, 2026!

Back by popular demand for an encore performance! After a string of sold-out shows across the country, Elton John vs. Billy Joel returns to the Theatre Royal Nelson for one unforgettable night of music, memories, and magic.

Join acclaimed Kiwi performers Cam and Sam for an intimate live experience as they celebrate two of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time — Elton John and Billy Joel. You’ll hear all the iconic hits: Piano Man, Rocket Man, Uptown Girl, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, We Didn’t Start the Fire, Bennie and the Jets, She’s Always a Woman, Crocodile Rock, and many more.

With careers spanning over two decades, Cam and Sam are seasoned professionals who have performed on national television, commercial radio, and have featured on the NZ music charts. Their captivating tribute features dazzling costumes, two grand pianos (in classic black and white), a stunning light show, and a healthy dose of cheeky banter — all delivered with show-stopping energy and musical flair.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the legends for the first time, this is a night of music not to be missed. Bring your singing voice, your dancing shoes, and get ready for a piano man extravaganza like no other!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/elton-john-vs-billy-joel-theatre-royal-nelson/200029781102830
- **Event Categories**: music, art, theatre, entertainment, performances, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.theatreroyalnelson.co.nz/show/elton-john-vs-billy-joel-nz-tribute-2/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=nelson-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Nelson
- **state**: NE
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Theatre Royal Nelson
- **lat**: -41.273553861906
- **long**: 173.28059229524
- **full address**: Theatre Royal Nelson, 78 Rutherford Street,Nelson, New Zealand

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Elton John vs. Billy Joel Tribute (https://allevents.in/org/elton-john-vs-billy-joel-tribute/21252611)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 09:30 am (+12:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Theatre Royal Nelson, 78 Rutherford Street,Nelson, New Zealand
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Elton John vs. Billy Joel Tribute
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, art, theatre, entertainment, performances, live-music
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about ELTON JOHN vs BILLY JOEL - Theatre Royal Nelson ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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